Sensai 2015 EDT

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The Silk

by Marie Salamagne

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Sensai The Silk is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2015, created by Marie Salamagne. The Silk opens with Bergamot, Violet Leaf, Pink Pepper, and Pear, settles into a heart of Amber, Lily of the Valley, Peony, and Orchid, and dries down to a base of Musk and Tonka Bean. Sensai's The Silk carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

A delicate, airy 'my skin but better' scent that splits opinions - some find it a magical, subtle aura, others fault its elusive nature and question its value. The EDP comparison hangs heavy, with this EDT praised for its lighter touch.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Subtle
  • Elegant
  • Clean
  • Cozy
  • Fresh
The Silk Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Fall

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its moderate sillage and fresh floral accords make it an excellent choice for office wear and casual outings. Some reviewers describe it as 'easy to wear' and suitable for a 'white office shirt' or 'summer dress', while its 'elusive' nature might make it less impactful for formal events.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Opens with a sweet, green burst of pear and violet leaf, sharpened by a touch of pink pepper and bright bergamot. The heart blossoms into a graceful floral bouquet of lily of the valley, peony, and orchid, softened by a warm, musky amber. It eventually settles into a silken, slightly sweet base of musk and tonka bean, leaving a clean and serene trail.

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